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When it comes to getting acquainted with wines, it’s common to start with white wines. They can be fruity, zesty, refreshing and easy to drink. And, because they are chilled, they are often more approachable when starting to explore wines. But then ...
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Last time we took a quick look across the spectrum of four red wines, looking at Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. These are common red wines and broadly known. So now let’s take it one-step further into our exploration of reds. I...
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In recent postings we’ve explored some of the most common red and white wines and then taken a more in-depth look at other similar wines. As we walked through the white wines, Pinot Grigio was discussed. It was described as a light-bodied wine with ...
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Vineyards have been busy the last couple of months with harvest. Once the grapes have been determined to be at just the right ripeness, it’s a big rush to get them off the vines and out of the vineyard. And then the magic begins. Turning bunches of ...
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Last time we took a quick run through how wine is made. And you may have noticed that there are only two ingredients in wine: grapes and yeast. Yet, white wines can be described as having flavors that include lemon, lime, grapefruit, apple, peach, p...
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